Lower cowling removal - '72 1400

[Buzz Killington]

As I restore my Thunderbird, I have been repainting/refreshing my 1400. I bought a media blasted lower cowling on Ebay, got it beautifully painted, and am now realizing that the powerhead probably has to come off to replace it. I ain't gonna do that right now, because this is a cosmetic change only and I have other things to do before I finish the boat.

Can one of you pros please confirm that the only way to replace the lower cowling is to remove the powerhead? If so, I will hang my shiny cowling on the wall for a rainy month. :redface:

Thanks!

Dave

 

[emckelvy]

Re: Lower cowling removal - '72 1400

Can one of you pros please confirm that the only way to replace the lower cowling is to remove the powerhead?

Yup, unless you want to cut it in half but then it won't look so purty
It does sound like a good winter project! But she'll sure look nice when you're done. That's a strong-running motor, too!

HTH..........ed

 

[Buzz Killington]

Re: Lower cowling removal - '72 1400

Thanks for the confirmation. Live and learn